Collins Concise Dictionary

Pioneers in dictionary publishing for over 175 years, Collins are now proud to offer the Concise English Dictionary in print and online. The eighth edition of the groundbreaking Collins Concise Dictionary is the only dictionary in concise format with encyclopedic entries for people, places, and regions. Ideal for families and students, this is essential for anyone who needs a dictionary that supports research in all areas (academic subjects as well as hobbies, sport and recreation) and study. Have confidence - comprehensive and authoritative, with all the words and definitions you need Get it right - language notes help you choose the right words for every situation and give advice on words that are changing in meaning or use. Get there fast - clear layout with colour. Find out more - thousands of entries for people and places.

From a World-Leading Bilingual Dictionary Publisher Comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of all the words and phrases you need in Spanish Easy-to-use Spanish grammar guide—the perfect complement to this dictionary In-depth treatment of difficult words Clear color layout and alphabet tabs help you find what you are looking for quickly and easily Cultural notes provide insight into life in Spanish-speaking countries Ideal for intermediate learners

"This French to English and English to French dictionary is a collaboration between Collins and Le Robert, revised and updated with new words and phrases. The supplements on communication, education, and famous people of the French-and English-speaking worlds make this the perfect dictionary for use at university, college, home, or work"--Publisher's website

"This third edition identifies and clarifies a thousand central theological terms, providing necessary information about their origin, the history of their usage, and their place in the story of Christianity. The authors have introduced into many entires findings from the latest scholarship, as well as fresh developoments in the church life and teaching. For easy reference, there are also both a chart of the Catholic Church's twenty-one general councils and a timeline." - back cover.

A new look at language The Collins Chinese Concise Dictionary offers up-to-date coverage of contemporary Mandarin Chinese Attractive layout and user-friendly organization make it easy to find what you need quickly Detailed language notes and Pinyin romanization of Chinese words provide a wealth of useful information for the learner The indispensable Language in Action supplement teaches you how to speak and write in fluent, natural Mandarin Chinese Traditional character variants are provided throughout

From a World-Leading Bilingual Dictionary Publisher Comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of all the words and phrases you need in German Easy-to-use German grammar guide–the perfect complement to this dictionary In-depth treatment of difficult words Clear color layout and alphabet tabs help you find what you are looking for quickly and easily Cultural notes provide insight into life in German-speaking countries Ideal for intermediate learners